The Paediatric First Aid Course is designed to equip parents, childcare professionals, and educators with life-saving skills to manage medical emergencies in babies and young children. This course covers essential CPR, choking response, wound care, and common childhood illnesses, ensuring confidence in handling emergencies.
This training follows Tusla guidelines and is ideal for anyone caring for children in a professional or home setting.
๐ Duration: 1 Day
๐ Location: Available at our training centre or onsite for groups
๐ Certification: PSTC Paediatric First Aid Certificate (Valid for 2 Years)
PSTC Certified
Naas or onsite
In Person or Blended
This Paediatric First Aid Course is ideal for:
โ๏ธ Parents and guardians who want to learn child first aid
โ๏ธ Childcare workers and crรจche staff (Tusla compliance)
โ๏ธ Teachers and school staff
โ๏ธ Sports coaches and activity leaders
โ๏ธ Foster carers and babysitters
By the end of the Paediatric First Aid Course, participants will:
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Perform CPR and AED use on infants and children
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Recognise and manage choking emergencies
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Administer first aid for wounds, burns, and fractures
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Respond to allergic reactions (Anaphylaxis) and seizures
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Manage fever, dehydration, and childhood illnesses
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Handle head injuries, poisoning, and other accidents
๐ Practical hands-on training with infant and child mannequins
๐ Interactive classroom discussions and Q&A sessions
๐ Scenario-based learning for real-life emergency situations
๐ Small group activities for skill reinforcement
๐ Assessment to ensure competency in first aid techniques
Participants receive a PSTC Paediatric First Aid Certificate, valid for 2 years.
โ ๏ธ Note: This course does not replace the full First Aid Response (FAR) course, which is required for designated workplace first aiders under HSA regulations.
๐ก If you require HSA-approved first aid certification, check out our First Aid Response (FAR) Course.